Josef Bueche (1848 - 1917) was a well-known austrian genre and portrait painter. He studied at the Vienna Academy under Wurzinger and Engerth. He created  portraits of austrian kinghouse and high society. His genre paintings are very rare and popular among collectors.

For other works by this painter see items No. 695; 890.

Literature:  Prof.H.Fuchs "  Die Österreichischen Maler", Vienna, 1975

Inscription: signed  J.Büche   lower right

Technique: oil on wood . Original period gold-plated frame.

Measurements: unframed w 5 4/5" x h 8 1/4" (16 x 21 cm); framed w 11 4/5" x h 14" (30 x 35,5 cm)

Condition:     in very good condition